Which station for Kochi?

Ernakulam Junction (ERS) or Ernakulam Town (ERN).

Is there a direct flight?

No, you must fly from Visakhapatnam to Kochi with a layover.

How to reach from Vizianagaram?

Take a direct train to Ernakulam.

It offers options for all budgets, from homestays to luxury hotels.

What is the best way to travel locally?

Auto-rickshaws and the Kochi Metro.

Kochi

Train

Gajapatinagaram to Kochi

Updated: 28 May 2026

Traveling from Gajapatinagaram to Kochi involves a long-distance journey of approximately 1300 km. You should travel to Vizianagaram Junction to board trains heading towards Ernakulam or Kochi. The route passes through the scenic coastal corridors of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu before entering Kerala. The journey typically takes around 24 to 26 hours by express train. Kochi is a major port city and a gateway to the backwaters of Kerala.

Total Distance: 1300 km by road, 1150 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Train from Vizianagaram to Ernakulam.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train from Vizianagaram.

Compare Gajapatinagaram to Kochi Routes

Train

Connecting via Vizianagaram

Duration

25 hours

Avg Price

750 - 3200 INR

Operator

Indian Railways

Route

Vizianagaram Junction to Ernakulam Junction

Ernakulam Junction (ERS) is the most convenient station for central Kochi.

Travel Tips

Transport
Use the Kochi Metro for efficient travel between Aluva and Tripunithura.
Ferries
Use the public ferry service to travel between Fort Kochi and Ernakulam for a cheap and scenic ride.
Food
Try the local seafood delicacies at the restaurants near Fort Kochi.
Booking
Book your train tickets well in advance as this route is high-demand.
Weather
Carry an umbrella as Kochi experiences unpredictable rainfall throughout the year.